Cryptocoryne Lucens

$6.99

Usually ships in 1-2 business days from our fulfillment center

Cryptocoryne Lucens is a unique aquatic plant that is typically seen in the midground area of a planted aquarium. This particular species grows slender leaves that retain a rich light green hue throughout. Its leaf shape is softly rounded at the tips and larger groups are great for creating tufts or thick grassy bushes where additional texture is desired.

Like other Cryptocoryne, C. Lucens is hardy when established. It can take some time to establish during the initial planting period, but once it sends down roots, it is adaptable to a range of water conditions. As heavy root feeders, use a nutrient-dense aquarium soil or supplement with root tabs. Keep water parameters stable and your plant will slowly spread in no time. Once ready, plantlets can be gently divded and replanted as desired.

Plant Care Snapshot

Care level Easy

Lighting Low to Medium

CO2 Recommended

Growth rate Slow

Planting tip ·

Use high quality soil and liquid fertilizer for optimal plant growth and coloration

In your aquascape

Placement Midground

Height / size 4-7"+

Propagation Divide & Replant

Also known as Crypt Lucens · Plant type Rosette

Aquarium plants can vary in growth form and may require time to transition to your aquarium environment, whether grown submerged or emersed. This transition period is a natural part of establishing healthy, long-term growth in planted aquariums.

From carpeting plants in the foreground to stem plants and larger species used in the midground or background, each plant offers a unique contribution to a balanced and natural aquascape. As plants adapt, it is normal to see minor changes such as leaf melt, color shifts, or new growth patterns as they settle into their new conditions.

We carefully inspect and prepare all live aquatic plants prior to shipping. While we do our best to minimize hitchhikers, we cannot guarantee plants to be completely pest or snail-free unless tissue culture options are selected.

Because live plants are perishable, some signs of transit stress may occur, including leaf loss or cosmetic damage. These are typically temporary and when when healthy roots are present, most plants will recover with proper care.

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Tissue culture aquarium plants are grown in sterile, laboratory conditions, ensuring they are free from pests, algae, and snails. These young plants are cultivated in nutrient-rich gel and are grown in emersed form before being introduced into the aquarium.

Tissue culture plants are best for aquascapers looking for clean, controlled plant material, especially for shrimp tanks or sensitive setups. Before planting, the gel media should be gently removed, and the plant can be divided into smaller portions for planting.

With proper care, tissue culture plants transition quickly and establish into healthy submerged growth.

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Cryptocoryne Lucens $6.99

Overall rating: 4.909091 / 5 from 11 reviews.

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Good quality plants

"Had good color, strong roots, and leaves, no damage when it arrived and it was packaged nicely."

— raiden m. (5/5)

Good quality and amount of plants per pot

"Arrived in great shape and adapted quickly with very minimal meltback which you have to expect from Crypts. Plants were healthy and with multiple plants per pot."

— Jake M. (5/5)

Super happy plant

"Looked good when it got here and still looks great!"

— Christine T. (5/5)

"Crypt Lucens, dare I say the OG of mid ground plants? I just love the tiny little blades the leaves make. And it’s such an easy plant! The quality of the plants I received is superb!"

— Ciara (5/5)

Arrived healthy and intact

"The plants came in beautifully."

— Dave C. (5/5)

"Perfect!"

— Ripken W. (5/5)

Great plants and fantastic customer

"Great plants and fantastic customer service. I will be sure to order from you in the future!"

— charles h. (5/5)

Gorgeous!

"Plants arrived in perfect condition and are beautiful!"

— Mark P. (5/5)

great filler/midground

"growing very fast after a few weeks. came with a lot of bunches and are perfect for my shrimp tank"

— Angellica F. (4/5)

Was well packaged and arrived

"Was well packaged and arrived in perfect and healthy looking condition"

— Charles T. (5/5)

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